The main exporter of rhodium is South Africa (approximately 80% in 2010) followed by Russia. The annual world production is 30 tonnes.
Where is rhodium mined in the world?
There are many reasons for this: the primary reason being rhodium content in the earth's crust is extremely rare, and the metal is mined as a by-product of platinum and palladium mining or nickel mining. There is no such thing as a primary rhodium mine, and the major producers are all located in South Africa.
Which country has the most rhodium?
Rhodium is a platinum-group metal. In 2021, the supply of rhodium in South Africa is expected to reach around 624,000 ounces, making South Africa the world's largest rhodium producer.